Dating 101 for Adults
Contact Natalie Driscoll for more information:
PRACTICAL GUIDANCE FOR dating and relationships beyond being “just friends”.
A 9-week group program that prepares adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or intellectual disabilities (ID) for dating and relationships.
Topics can include:
Types of relationships
Understanding consent
Hygiene, appearance and preparing for a date
Body cues and flirting
How to determine your relationship status
Dating etiquette
Dating safety and assertiveness
Healthy versus unhealthy relationships
Coping with breaks-ups and rejection
Session Dates - STAY TUNED OR FUTURE GROUPS
Get notified the next time this group is accepting enrollments.
Eligibility
Eligible Adults will be 18 years and older, have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder/Intellectual Disability and must provide their own transportation to and from sessions.
INDIVIDUAL SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Joint attention skills • Discrimination skills • Echoic skills • Motor imitation skills • Ability to follow common 1-step instructions • Participate in session with limited caregiver assistance • Ability to sit independently for 20 minutes • Safety concerns and challenging behaviour are low and/or caregivers are able to safely manage any challenging behaviour
TO REGISTER
For DSO-eligible clients residing in the Durham Region make a referral through Developmental Services Ontario (DSO) at 1-855-277-2121.
DSO FEE: FREE
Due to capacity limits, making a referral through the DSO does not guarantee a spot until Lake Ridge has confirmed your registration.
For non-DSO eligible clients or those residing outside of the Durham Region a group fee applies. 905-666-9688, ext. 640, or email akennedy@lrcss.com.
Non-DSO FEE: TBD
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